Bengals, 49ers Secure Narrow Week 1 Wins Over Browns, Seahawks

In Week 1 of the NFL season, the San Francisco 49ers narrowly defeated the Seattle Seahawks 17-13 in a game marked by six lead changes and key injuries to 49ers' offensive players George Kittle and Brandon Jennings. Brock Purdy led the 49ers with two touchdowns despite two interceptions, including a game-winning touchdown pass to tight end Jake Tonges, who stepped up amid injuries to key teammates. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Browns suffered a close 17-16 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals, highlighted by missed kicks and costly turnovers, but also a strong defensive showing led by Myles Garrett and promising contributions from rookie receivers. The Bengals secured their first Week 1 win since 2021, with a defense that forced two turnovers and limited the Browns to 16 points, including a game-sealing interception by cornerback Mike Turner. Rookie linebacker Demetrius Knight Jr. made a significant impact in his NFL debut for the Bengals with 10 tackles and a pass deflection, earning praise from head coach Zac Taylor. Both games underscored the importance of defensive plays and the emergence of new talent in shaping early season outcomes.